AI GPU Power Delivery Pathfinding Researcher

Intel Corporation•Hillsboro, OR

1d•$141,910 - $200,340•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Intel as a Circuits Research Engineer/Scientist, advancing analog, mixed-signal, and digital circuit technologies. The role researches and develops next-generation power delivery IPs for advanced process technology nodes, targeting industry-leading efficiency, power density, and bandwidth. The work contributes to new intellectual property and product features for Intel AI and Datacenter products, supporting higher performance per watt and influencing Intel’s product roadmap. The researcher will conduct circuit research, analysis, simulation, verification, testing, and debugging; develop and evaluate power delivery approaches and prototypes; and collaborate with engineering teams, academic institutions, and industry partners. Research findings may be shared through publications, patents, presentations, and outreach. The role is based in Hillsboro, Oregon, and is eligible for Intel’s hybrid work model, splitting time between the assigned Intel site and off-site. The job posting lists an annual US target compensation range of $141,910 to $200,340. Intel describes its total compensation package as including competitive pay, stock bonuses, and health, retirement, and vacation benefit programs.

Requirements

PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, specializing in power delivery.
Proficiency in power delivery circuits, including switched-capacitor, inductor buck, linear, and hybrid topologies, with the ability to perform detailed design, analysis, and simulation.
Strong expertise in analog electronics, semiconductor device physics, and electrical fundamentals.
Hands-on experience with circuit testing, signal and power integrity, and analog behavior modeling.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and develop innovative power delivery circuit techniques.
Strong communication and collaboration skills for working across cross-functional teams and external partnerships.
Contributions to scientific publications, patents, or industry collaborations demonstrating research leadership and innovation.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and execute scientific research projects advancing analog, mixed-signal, and digital circuit techniques for innovative power delivery IPs.
Design and enable new IPs and features to enhance Intel product offerings.
Conduct circuit analysis and simulation, and perform design verification, testing, and debugging of fabricated circuits.
Research and propose techniques for improved form factor, higher input voltage, higher efficiency, and handling fast load transients.
Partner with engineering design teams to define product requirements and assess the feasibility of adopting new technologies.
Study industry trends, conduct competitive analyses of topologies, and develop proof-of-concepts or prototypes such as test chips.
Collaborate with academic institutions, industry partners, and internal technical teams to address complex challenges and develop solutions.
Disseminate research findings through scientific publications, patents, presentations, and outreach.